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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Maryland on
Q: Good afternoon or good mornin I need some assistance I need a lawyer to talk to you about a very serious matter please a

It is about incident happen last year April I got the footage of the incident so I think this incident is a very serious matter I do not want to go viral with it I need a lawyer to talk to before I do what I have to do thank you

John Mesirow
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answered on Feb 8, 2024

If you want some direction, you will need to provide more information. Most importantly, what type of incident was it?

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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Maryland on
Q: I have assault 2 with pbj but I don’t know if it’s domestic or not can you help me find out?

I need to know so I know if I can legally own firearms or not and get my hql

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Feb 6, 2024

You would need to check the court file. You can go to the courthouse and find out. If it arose out of a domestic incident, it will be listed as a domestic assault and you will be disqualified from owning a HQL.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: Hello question is a detective left a card on my door about harassment calls to police station

A detective left a card on my door and after I called back he said the police station department has been getting lots of harrasment annoying phone calls and traced back the phone numbers IP adress to my house.He said if they get any calls he will charge everyone inside my house with harassment

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Feb 5, 2024

You should check with all residents to make sure they are not making harassing calls to the police station. It is really all you can do.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: What happens if the judge puts you on unsupervised probation for a speeding ticket and then you pick up a criminal charg
Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Feb 2, 2024

It depends on the conditions of probation. Typically, if a judge places you on unsupervised probation for a period of time, the judge is only concerned about traffic citations. You would need to review your paperwork.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Maryland on
Q: I’m looking for a lawyer, but I don’t know what practice area they need.

I’m being sued by a construction company for nonpayment of a bill. They are billing me for work and materials they didn’t do and they did not buy I do have proof and evidence of this, but since the construction company got a lawyer, I do not feel comfortable going on the stand by myself. What... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jan 25, 2024

For your situation, where you are being sued by a construction company for nonpayment and there are disputes over the work and materials, you should look for a lawyer who practices in contract law or construction law. These lawyers are experienced in handling disputes related to construction... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Maryland on
Q: I renewed my plates but forgot to put on sticker.My car was in front my house and I got ticket. Can I query it?

I just want to know if I should just pay the ticket or if I have a case to defend since I did in fact renew my registration

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jan 25, 2024

You can request a trial and go to court. You can provide proof that you had the stickers, but did not put them on the car. It is still a violation, but the judge may cut you a break.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Entertainment / Sports for Maryland on
Q: What If I Compleated My Music Contract And The Old Company Saying I'm Still Under Them

Have multiple Witnesses That Got The Same Contract Out Of 30 Artist Under The Label I'm The Only One Dealing With This

Sheldon Starke
Sheldon Starke
answered on Jan 24, 2024

It is absolutely impossible to answer your question as much as i'd really like to. This happens time and time again and everything depends upon an entertainment lawyer reviewing the agreement. We have so much experience and there are so many moves to make that you really need professional... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment for Maryland on
Q: if i am being sexually extorted by someone idk on instagram demanding that i do stuff from or he’ll send the videos out
Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jan 21, 2024

You should report the matter to the police. This could be a scam. Do not pay any money.

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Maryland on
Q: I went to emergency room I got an x-ray but the doctor say I got to and get a mri some were else is this true
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answered on Jan 21, 2024

That may be true, and is often the case. While an x-ray is helpful in diagnosing broken bones, an MRI is often needed to assess soft tissue injuries involving tendons and ligaments.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Maryland on
Q: Before I type all of the details of my question, I want to confirm that this is actually free

I hired an attorney to help me with a disability case. Disability closed my case and opened a new one. Am I required to use the original attorney knowing that I can handle it on my own since it is a new case?

George Steven Louis
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answered on Jan 11, 2024

You always have the right to represent yourself

You can terminate your current attorney as well.

Good luck which ever way you go.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: Hi my name is Edward and I was wondering if cr.11-107 indecent exposure that happened in 2013 expungeable?
Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jan 10, 2024

If you received probation before judgment, it can be expunged. If you did not receive probation before judgment, it is not an offense that can be expunged at the present time.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Maryland on
Q: Can a director be personally sued in a corporation in Maryland?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 6, 2024

A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. The short answer is "yes," given the right circumstances and a determined and aggressive plaintiff. It would be best if a local attorney in your state experienced in corporate law advised. But the short... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: Can I take concerta while on probation in Maryland if it’s prescribed to me?
Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jan 5, 2024

You should check with your probation officer before taking the medication.

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Maryland on
Q: Boyfriend arrested because of active arrest warrant in another state. I didn’t know. Can I get in trouble?

Boyfriend had charges against him for misdemeanor credit card theft scheme, felony credit card theft, and identity theft in MD. Failed to appear in court and they issued an arrest warrant. I had no clue he had a court date or that he had an arrest warrant. Got arrested in PA after being pulled... View More

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jan 5, 2024

You should not be charged for harboring a fugitive if you did not know he had a warrant. He should retain an attorney to represent him on the criminal charges or go to the Public Defender if he cannot afford private counsel.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Products Liability for Maryland on
Q: I ordered food from Uber eats I got a call about a half hour later from the driver saying they just let her know that t

They were outta buns so naturally I cancelled the order yet I was charged a fee of 28.50 and didn’t get food it’s outta my control I don’t feel we should pay for that

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Dec 25, 2023

Contact Uber Eats and tell them what happened. You should ask for a refund. If they deny the refund, dispute the charge on your credit card.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: My loved one has an eye injury which occurred before going to prison and has left them visually impaired. Is there help

If at all possible how can I advocate for them?

Cedulie Renee Laumann
Cedulie Renee Laumann
answered on Dec 15, 2023

You may want to reach out to the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), headquartered in Maryland, for resources.

While not legal advice I hope this helps.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law and Employment Law for Maryland on
Q: I’m being paid less than my counterparts due to education differences. Is this illegal?

The job function and responsibilities are the same

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Dec 13, 2023

No, differences in education create circumstances where you and your counterparts are NOT similarly situated. That is an entirely defensible difference upon which to base compensation. Totally legal.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: How do I get a lien removed from a property that should not have been placed?

I own a Condo in McDonogh Township/Maryland. A former Management Company mismanged our Condo Fees and made the Buildings unsafe. The HOA President fired that Management Company and implemented SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS to us the Owners. He has placed a Lien on my Property. I want it removed.... View More

Thomas C. Valkenet
Thomas C. Valkenet
answered on Dec 4, 2023

I believe you separately emailed my office, directly. The response is the same--Your recourse is through the Condo rules, and possibly a court action if the HOA is not following its own rules. However, while you may be able to obtain equitable (non-monetary relief), you are not going to recover for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: I live in Maryland and I have a home with my ex boyfriend which we are both on the deed & mortgage. I want to get out

I want to get out and he tried an assumption and did not get it. Is my only option a lieu in partition? What does that inquire?

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Dec 1, 2023

Your other options are for your ex boyfriend to refinance the house in his name alone and to buy you out, for you to refinance the house in your name alone (with his consent) and you buy him out, or you both agree to sell the house.

1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for Maryland on
Q: How do I get access to the trust connected to my ss number and the funds there in
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 26, 2023

This is posted under Admiralty/Maritime. Unless there's a maritime law element in the matter that isn't mentioned, you may have better chances of a response by posting under "Probate" and "Estate Planning." Attorneys in those categories have insight into matters... View More

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